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Grandeur of the Seas itinerary map for December 22, 2024 (5 nights)
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5 nights · 3 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Royal CaribbeanGrandeur of the Seas

Grandeur of the Seas
December 22, 2024

5-Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday aboard Grandeur of the Seas · Departing December 22, 2024 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

Grandeur of the Seas December 22, 2024 Cruise Overview

This 5-night cruise aboard the Grandeur of the Seas departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, December 22, 2024 and returns on Friday, Dec 27th. December weather across this route averages 83°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10 — Fort Lauderdale (7.0), Labadee (9.5), Freeport (6.4).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.6OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 76% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
5
night cruise
Sun → Fri
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
3
port stops
Holiday
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Grandeur of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, December 22, 2024 from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida for a 5-night Eastern Caribbean Holiday cruise. This itinerary includes 3 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. December weather across the route averages 83°F highs and 53°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.6 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Grandeur of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Grandeur of the Seas December 22, 2024 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Grandeur of the Seas December 22, 2024 Price & Tracking

GRANDEUR OF THE SEAS·DECEMBER 22, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Grandeur of the Seas cruise ship departing December 22, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,057 ($212 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $627 ($126 per night), this represents a recent increase of 69%.

Grandeur of the Seas cruise departing December 22, 2024 — 5-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,057 ($212 per night). Average price: $627.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $616
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Grandeur of the Seas · December 22, 2024
$1,057
$212 per night · 5 nights
↑
72% above average
Avg $616

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// 03 · ITINERARY

5 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 22, 2024
The Grandeur of the Seas sails on December 22, 2024 for a 5 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) (Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Dec 27th at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Grandeur of the Seas will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Grandeur of the Seas
DECEMBER 22, 2024
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5 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

5 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Port List

Grandeur of the Seas·December 22, 2024
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of Grandeur of the Seas December 22, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
3:00 PM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
63°F avg · Avg
Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island) — Day 3 of Grandeur of the Seas December 22, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

Labadee, Haiti (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Dragon’s Breath Zipline and Amiga Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Nellie’s Beach. Local markets sell djon djon. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures lush hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes griot, a Haitian favorite. Souvenirs, like wooden crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Labadee’s resort allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of adventure activities and scenic beaches, making Labadee an engaging destination for relaxation.

DECEMBER FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island — Day 5 of Grandeur of the Seas December 22, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·DEC 26

Freeport

Grand Bahama Island
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas, offers docking at Freeport Harbour. Travelers explore Lucaya Marketplace and Garden of the Groves. Excursions include snorkeling at Peterson Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures tropical gardens and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Freeport’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Freeport an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
67°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

5 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Grandeur of the Seas·December 22, 2024
DEC FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) port guide
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
45°
AVG RAINFALL
2.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Fort Lauderdale Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Grandeur of the Seas itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

3 PORTS OF CALL·78 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST FORT LAUDERDALE SHORE TOURS
OF 63
TOP PRODUCT
4.1(1,979)
$47.46

Everglades Holiday Park Airboat Tours & Rides

Explore the Florida Everglades at Everglades Holiday Park located in Fort Lauderdale with an Airboat Tour…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(776)
$58

Everglades VIP Airboat Tour with Transportation Included

Explore the Florida Everglades as you glide across the River of Grass on an hour-long airboat tour with the…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(749)
$295

Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

Explore the real Everglades on a full-day guided tour, led by a master naturalist. This is a comprehensive…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.9(111)
$2,600

Private Yacht Cruise through Fort Lauderdale

Our PRIVATE AFFORDABLE LUXURY YACHT Cruise through Fort Lauderdale aboard a 690 Marquis. It is Your unique…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.6(105)
$135

SUV Ft Lauderdale to Miami Port & Hotel or Mia to Ft Lauderdale

Fully Licensed and Insurance. Miami Luxury Shuttle specializes in Ft. Lauderdale Car Service to Miami and…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(95)
$795

14 Pass Sprinter Party Bus Ft Lauderdale 3 hour , DreamRide

We are a 24/7 operation. New Luxury 14 passenger Vehicles, private rides, This is not a shared ride. Enjoy…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.4(82)
$135

Private Transportation Service Fort Lauderdale FLL - Miami

Pick up at Fort Lauderdale International Airport at Scheduled Time Transfer to your Hotel in Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
4.7(79)
$161.25

Private Transfer To or From Fort Lauderdale Airport & CruisePort

Experienced and highly trained chauffeurs to ensure an extremely high level of customer service and integrity…
55 MINBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. Fort Lauderdale has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

SEE ALL FORT LAUDERDALE EXCURSIONS

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

5 Night Eastern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 76% of all cruises
7.6/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN03 PORTS
01

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Labadee is a secure private island for cruise travelers, offering a controlled environment for safe enjoyment of its amenities and activities.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Freeport 🇧🇸

Grand Bahama Island · BahamasCAUTION

Freeport is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant, stay in populated areas, and secure their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Grandeur of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Grandeur of the Seas cruise ship exterior
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · VISION
CHRISTENED
1996
STATEROOMS
996
TONNAGE
73,817GT
54.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
1996
14 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
916ft
15.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,992cruisers
52.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Grandeur of the Seas has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 73,817 gross tons. The ship measures 916 feet in length. Grandeur of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Vision class. At full capacity, the Grandeur of the Seas holds 1,992 passengers. That includes 1,232 cruise vacationers and 760 staff members. The Grandeur of the Seas total number of staterooms is 996.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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